I'd really like to try this combo. Both are always noted to giving great feedback...so to combine the two, what could someone expect?
Stupid idea or wha?
Stupid idea or wha?
Ivory joint with a G-10 pin?
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It'd be a light combo but I don't see why it can't be done on heavy forearmed cue.
You can even have a G10 collar.
You can even have a G10 collar.
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The joint of a cue can be very tricky to categorize. I can't say any material makes a whole lot of difference as a joint pin or collar. So long as it locks the shaft to the butt, then it's good.
I know you likely wanted more specific answers. I'm sorry for being so vague. It's just that i'm not nearly as opinionated as I once was. The more cues I build, the more I realize nothing is certain & not much can be 100% predictable. I used to think I had it all figured out & had the "perfect" formula. But the more I learn, the more I realize how much I don't know. Truth is, I think wood quality & construction quality is what makes the difference. Taper shapes & weight & balance play a great role in a cue's play quality. But beyond that is wood & construction. I believe if the cue is built solid with great wood, the joint pin & joint collar materials are neither here nor there. So go with what you like the looks of, so long as it does the job.
I know you likely wanted more specific answers. I'm sorry for being so vague. It's just that i'm not nearly as opinionated as I once was. The more cues I build, the more I realize nothing is certain & not much can be 100% predictable. I used to think I had it all figured out & had the "perfect" formula. But the more I learn, the more I realize how much I don't know. Truth is, I think wood quality & construction quality is what makes the difference. Taper shapes & weight & balance play a great role in a cue's play quality. But beyond that is wood & construction. I believe if the cue is built solid with great wood, the joint pin & joint collar materials are neither here nor there. So go with what you like the looks of, so long as it does the job.
Not stupid at all. a sleeved ivory joint with a G-10 probably wouldnt get what you are looking for. But a solid ivory joint with a G-10 should hit fantastic. But Qbilder is right it depends mostly on selection, quality of wood, construction and dont forget about the tip for the feel you desire.
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jlrowe said:
This is what I was thinking.
Simple, wrapless merry widow, ebony nose and butt, super figured macasar ebony handle, long ivory colored buttcap, or not with a figured ivory hoppe ring. 19" balance point. 3/8x10 black G-10 pin. No ring work, or maybe simple metal ring at A and B only.
Impact Blue said:
I've got 4 in the works right now with full ivory joint and G-10 pin.
http://forums.azbilliards.com/showthread.php?t=124355
# 5,6,7
http://forums.azbilliards.com/showthread.php?t=124399
#2 has a full moose antler joint with a G-10 pin
I have one I'm building that has a Full caped ivorine joint with a G-10 pin and an uncored ebony forearm. How do you think this cue will hit?
I shoot with a non cored African Blackwood forearm with a Burl handle and Ivory joint. To keep the weight down I installed the G-10 pin.
I couldn't tell you if the pin makes a lot of difference but this combo hits great.
It's my favorite shooter to date.
I couldn't tell you if the pin makes a lot of difference but this combo hits great.
It's my favorite shooter to date.
PoolTrip said:Sounds like you have a 'full circle' qbilder
Something like that. I have always strived to gain knowledge & used to think I had it all figured out, but nothing could be more untrue. Things that work for me won't neccesarily work for others, and likewise. Nothing is certain.
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This is a good question. And the answers are really informative from some guys who really know their stuff. So thanks for that.
On another note (and I dont mean to steer the thread off topic) but I could swear I saw a Jerry McWorter cue at some point that had an ivory joint AND pin. Is that a playable cue? Or is it just for looks?
Thanks.
On another note (and I dont mean to steer the thread off topic) but I could swear I saw a Jerry McWorter cue at some point that had an ivory joint AND pin. Is that a playable cue? Or is it just for looks?
Thanks.